EHS Program Manager - EnvironmentalThe EHS Program Manager for environmental will lead compliance efforts for the site by developing, driving and ensuring compliance with environmental programs.
Key Responsibilities1. Program Development- Know, research and interpret applicable regulations and permits through independent research and leveraging external resources.
- Train, inform, coach and otherwise disperse relevant environmental regulation requirements and adherence plans to plant management, supervisors and hourly personnel.
- Collaborate and solicit input with relevant partners to ensure designed programs meet the needs of the organization and requirements while also practical and adoptable throughout the site.
- Develop, review and edit required programs, processes, procedures, protocols, etc. to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and permits and tailored to organizational needs.
2. Program Implementation & Oversight- Create implementation and change management project plans that include timelines for finalizing new or modified programs, obtaining approval and buy-in for proposed changes, communicating in advance of effective dates, and announcing effective.
- Define and establish how compliance with programs will be monitored and reported.
- Address any identified noncompliance issues by reporting timely to the appropriate lowest level.
- Escalate repeated or sensitive noncompliance or near noncompliance as needed.
- Drive investigation, tracking and oversight of root cause analysis and corrective action plans following audits, inspections, or noncompliance incidents.
3. Monitor & Report- Ensure daily, regular and periodic inspections and audits are scheduled and performed in accordance with the required schedule.
- Coordinate the gathering and collection of data and reports needed to compile regulatory compliance filings.
- Oversee the internal or external preparation of regulatory compliance filings to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Obtain internal required review, approval and signature for regulatory compliance filings.
- Submit required regulatory compliance flings.
- Prepare answers and responses to questions and requests from Nichiha HQ.
- Proactively identify and communicate strategic EHS risks, metrics and progress to leadership.
Required Qualifications- Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, or a closely related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in environmental health and safety program management or environmental compliance governance.
- Knowledge: In-depth knowledge for environmental compliance governance and regulations (e.g. Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA and EPA standards).
- Skill: Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with proven track record of managing multi-phase environmental projects, compliance implementations, and audit tracking.
- Ability: Demonstrated ability to build alignment across multi-disciplinary teams and influence internal and external stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications- Knowledge: State of Georgia Environmental regulations
- Experience: Environmental compliance work within 24 hour manufacturing operation
